About the opportunity
The UNESCO Regional Office in Santiago is hiring a consultant to lead the coordination of the RIINEE project, which aims to develop inclusive education systems for students with disabilities. The consultant will manage project activities, including organizing cooperation conferences, facilitating country-to-country internships, and supporting data collection and strategic planning. The role involves providing technical assistance to ministries of education, managing networks and partnerships, and producing technical reports and communication materials. This is an 8-month consultancy contract requiring expertise in inclusive education, project management, and policy implementation within multicultural environments.
Salary and benefits
- Professional consultancy opportunity with UNESCO
- Opportunity to lead regional cooperation in inclusive education
- Engagement with 19 Ibero-American ministries of education
- Remuneration based on monthly fees in USD
Who can apply?
- Advanced university degree (Master's or equivalent) in education, social sciences, communication, or related fields
- Minimum of 5 years of relevant experience in coordinating or managing educational projects
- Experience in inclusive education and educational innovation
- Preferably 2 years of international experience
- Experience in managing collaborative networks with intergovernmental, public, and civil society organizations
- Proven experience in policy, strategy, and program formulation and monitoring
- Fluency in Spanish
Required documents
- Online application
- Technical proposal (max 1,500 words) including methodology and comments on Terms of Reference
- Financial proposal expressed in monthly fees in USD
When to apply
- Application deadline: 2026-10-02 at 18:00 (UTC-4)
How to apply
- Complete the online application via the UNESCO Careers website
- Submit a technical proposal and a financial proposal via email to roster.santiago@unesco.org
- Include the reference 'STG/2026/CIC/16 — Consultoría en educación Inclusiva de estudiantes con discapacidad – Coordinación proyecto RIINEE' in the email subject line
Additional information
- The contract duration is approximately 8 months
- The work does not require physical presence at the UNESCO office
- UNESCO applies a zero-tolerance policy against harassment
- Individuals from minority groups, indigenous groups, and persons with disabilities are encouraged to apply
Our Take on This Opportunity
This section reflects Open Opportunities’ own analysis of the opportunity from an applicant’s perspective.
You may be a strong fit if…
- Candidates with a strong background in inclusive education policy and experience managing multi-stakeholder networks in Ibero-America will be highly competitive.
- Professionals who possess both technical expertise in education and proven project management skills, particularly in international development contexts, are ideal for this role.
- Those comfortable working in a multicultural environment and capable of producing high-quality technical reports in Spanish will find this a strong match for their skills.
What should you think carefully about?
- This is a fixed-term 8-month consultancy, which may not be suitable for those seeking long-term permanent employment.
- Applicants must be prepared to submit a detailed technical proposal and a financial bid, which requires significant preparation time before the deadline.
- The role involves high-level coordination with government ministries, requiring strong diplomatic and communication skills alongside technical knowledge.
How could this fit your current goals and plans?
This consultancy is an excellent opportunity for an education professional to gain high-level experience with a major international organization like UNESCO. It is particularly well-suited for someone looking to deepen their impact in the field of inclusive education and expand their professional network across Ibero-American government and civil society sectors.
Our take
This position is highly recommended for experienced education consultants or project managers with a focus on disability inclusion. It is less suitable for those without significant prior experience in managing international educational projects or those who do not have a strong command of Spanish.
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